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Can I use an RESP and student loans together?
Yes. RESP withdrawals, grants, government student loans, and private student credit can all be part of the same school-year plan, but they have different tax, repayment, and reporting rules.
Reviewed 2026-05-23
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Yes. RESP withdrawals, grants, government student loans, and private student credit can all be part of the same school-year plan, but they have different tax, repayment, and reporting rules.
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